RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time **Description** At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems have an exciting career opportunity for a Sr Principal Software Engineer (RA) to join our team of experienced and diverse professionals. This role, based in Huntsville, AL, or Colorado Springs, CO, is crucial in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not offer relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. **Position Overview:** The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key part of the Missile Defense System. It provides an essential operational platform that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, delivering an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It functions as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to improve overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a vital component of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense system's current and future capabilities. This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for developing software in Java for one of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville (Battle Management, System-Arch, or Track Server). With minimal oversight, provides specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application impact, and customer areas. **Essential Functions:** + Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support + Keeps software products current, debugs, and configures related systems + Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications + Assists with design, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documenting programs + Collaborate with other system support groups to resolve issues, establish standards, and enhance the overall efficiency of the operating system + Designs, codes, tests, and deploys tools for automating operations. + Participates in most phases of software systems programming and may require minor guidance in other phases + Leadership roles on small software-focused teams may be necessary **Basic Qualifications:** Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. + Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered. + Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs + Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued **Secret** security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start + Candidates with an active DoD 8140 certification at **IAT Level II or higher** (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) are strongly preferred at the time of application. If such a certification is not held, it **must be obtained within 40 days of the start date** . The selected candidate will be responsible for securing and maintaining their DoD 8140 certification on their own personal time and at their own expense. Candidates who fail to obtain the required certification within 40 days will be evaluated for removal and subject to termination. + Software engineering and development with extensive Java/J2EE experience + Will have experience and knowledge of software practices such as: + coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management + Proficiency in common software development and management tools such as: + **Maven** + **git/GitHub** + **Nexus** + **Eclipse** + Experience with **Agile** development methodologies + Knowledge of standard system engineering design artifacts like **Use Cases** and **SysML diagrams** + Applicants must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment. **Preferred Qualifications:** + A current and active DoD 8140 certification at **IAT Level II or higher** (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) at the time of application is highly preferred + Experience developing enterprise applications on **Linux** (Windows experience also preferred) + Extensive knowledge of **Java** foundation classes and toolkits + Leadership experience in small teams ( **Agile** team leadership highly preferred) + Mentoring and guiding junior engineers + Knowledge of server-side/database development and computer system administration + Experience with net-centric and horizontal integration programs is a plus + Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze performance and operational issues, identify root causes, and recommend, design, and implement solutions + Development of command-and-control systems applications + Experience with software integration and formal testing + Knowledge and experience in implementing **Cyber Security/RMF requirements** + Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders + Proven ability or experience to mentor and teach junior engineers + Experience with performance modeling + Experience with microservices + Experience with **DevSecOps** and/or build management + Designing and building graphical user interfaces + Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks + The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently, and the flexibility required to operate in a highly dynamic environment **Salary Range:** Colorado Springs, CO: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00 Huntsville, AL: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00 \#NGSpace \#COSpace \#NGFeaturedJobs \#C2BMC Primary Level Salary Range: $124,900.00 - $196,700.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.